Jets Trade Zach Wilson to Broncos, Officially Cutting Bait on Former Starting QB
April 22, 2024 at 3:12 pm
The New York Jets are moving on from Zach Wilson, agreeing to trade him to the Denver Broncos, according to multiple reports.
The Jets selected Wilson with the No. 2 overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft, but he has failed to live up to expectations. In two seasons, Wilson has thrown for 4,021 yards, 24 touchdowns and 20 interceptions, while completing just 55.3% of his passes.
The Jets' decision to trade Wilson comes as no surprise. The team has been looking to upgrade at quarterback this offseason, and Wilson's poor play has only solidified that need.
The Broncos are getting a young quarterback with a lot of upside, but he also comes with some risk. Wilson has shown flashes of brilliance, but he has also been inconsistent and turnover-prone.
It remains to be seen whether Wilson can reach his potential in Denver. But the Broncos are betting that he can be the franchise quarterback they have been searching for.
The Systemic Failure of the 2021 NFL Draft's Quarterback Class
The Jets' trade of Wilson is just the latest indication of the systemic failure of the 2021 NFL Draft's quarterback class. Of the five quarterbacks taken in the first round, only one (Trevor Lawrence) has shown any real promise.
The other four quarterbacks (Wilson, Justin Fields, Trey Lance and Mac Jones) have all struggled to varying degrees. This is a major concern for the NFL, as the quarterback position is the most important in the game.
There are a number of factors that have contributed to the failure of the 2021 quarterback class. One is the lack of experience. Lawrence, Fields and Lance were all drafted after just one year of starting experience in college.
Another factor is the lack of development. The NFL has become a passing league, and quarterbacks need to be able to make quick decisions and throw the ball accurately. However, many of the quarterbacks in the 2021 class have not shown that they have the skills necessary to succeed in the NFL.
The failure of the 2021 quarterback class is a major concern for the NFL. The league needs to find a way to develop quarterbacks more quickly and effectively. Otherwise, the league could be facing a shortage of quality quarterbacks in the years to come.
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